Benefits

Participating Companies Reap Multiple Benefits

Gaining access to top scientific expertise and facilities
Leveraging and guiding government R&D investment
Understanding long-term technology needs and trends
Reducing risks and costs of complex multidisciplinary R&D
Forming collaborative technology relationships and teams to respond to government solicitations

Focus R&D Investments on Priorities –

Technical topics explored by Vision2020 Committees scope out promising avenues for research. Research and development (R&D) priorities agreed upon by companies at Vision2020 forums help focus R&D investments by companies, federal agencies, universities, and the broader research community. By forging consensus, Vision2020 speaks for the industry.

Enhance Competitiveness –

Vision2020 focuses resources on pre-competitive technology priorities, thereby providing a critical mass of funds and technical resources to solve common technical problems. Vision2020 provides expert forums that help companies better understand R&D challenges, identify funding sources, and form collaborative partnerships. Companies become more competitive by building on technical synergies.

Achieve Sustainable Growth –

Vision2020 addresses future societal and market needs such as nano environmental safety and bio-based feedstocks, which may be beyond the R&D horizon of individual companies. Vision2020 proactively develops technology for long-term sustainability.

Achieve More Efficient Investment of Public Funds –

Our technology roadmaps and other publications help align public funding with industry priorities and coordinate R&D among government agencies, thereby strengthening the effectiveness of government programs. Federal programs look to Vision2020 to help them target research investments that can expand economic growth, increase energy efficiency, create new products, streamline processes, and enhance environmental performance. The high frequency with which Vision2020 roadmaps and reports are cited in government solicitations reflects the importance of these documents in helping to guide government research agendas.

Facilitate Collaboration to Leverage Resources –

The Vision2020 process provides a legitimate forum for company experts to come together and discuss common needs. These interactions produce specific collaborative efforts, shared financial and technical resources, and access to specialized capabilities. Vision2020 leverages resources to bolster the entire industry without hindering proprietary interests.

Vision2020 is actively seeking additional participants. Join an activity under way or form an initiative in a new technology area. For more information on the Vision2020 Steering Committee and the Subcommittees, contact:
Jack Solomon
Vision2020 Steering Committee, Chair
(914) 309-3904
jacksolomon1@gmail.com